Assistant Finance Analyst

Assistant Finance AnalystLocation: Birmingham City Centre Salary: £32,000-£35,000Contract: Permanent, Full-TimeThe Opportunity:An exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially minded Assistant Finance Analyst to join a well-established national retail business. This role offers excellent exposure across finance and operational teams, providing meaningful insight into business performance and supporting decision-making across a large multi-site estate.This position is ideal for an experienced or part-qualified finance professional to develop their career within a fast-paced commercial environment. You''ll work closely with stakeholders across the business, analysing financial performance, delivering valuable reporting, and contributing to forecasting and budgeting activities.Key Responsibilities:Produce regular performance reports and financial insights for operational stakeholders.Analyse sales trends, business performance metrics, and expenditure to identify opportunities and risks.Support the preparation of monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations.Assist in the forecasting and budgeting process, ensuring financial information is accurate and up to date.Investigate variances and provide clear explanations to management teams.Monitor operational and property-related expenditure, helping budget holders understand financial performance.Prepare reporting packs and presentations for senior stakeholders.Support financial ..... full job details .....